Renderings show design approved for LISD complex

This digital model shows the design for a new administrative building for Laredo Independent School District. LISD trustees approved the design during their monthly meeting in September.

This digital model shows the design for a new administrative building for Laredo Independent School District. LISD trustees approved the design during their monthly meeting in September.

Photo: Foto De Cortesía /LISD

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This digital model shows the design for a new administrative building for Laredo Independent School District. LISD trustees approved the design during their monthly meeting in September.

This digital model shows the design for a new administrative building for Laredo Independent School District. LISD trustees approved the design during their monthly meeting in September.

Photo: Foto De Cortesía /LISD

Renderings show design approved for LISD complex

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The design for the LISD administration building and Jesus Martinez Performing Arts Complex has been given the green light.

LISD trustees approved the design plans for the two projects at their regular monthly meeting in September. Angel Velazquez, assistant superintendent for plan facilities and support services, said the projects are important for both the district and the community.

Now that design plans have been approved, Velazquez said construction documents will be developed next to settle a guaranteed maximum price.

Demolition is set to begin toward the end of November. The performing arts complex will undergo 32,000-square-feet of renovations and have 24,000-square-feet of new construction. The administration building, which trustees voted in May to relocate to the northside of the property, will consist of 76,000-square-feet of new construction.

A new 14,000-square-foot conference center will be built as well. LISD said no bond funds will be used to finance the construction of the administration building. The district has been setting aside funds throughout several years for the project.

All departments will be housed at the new administration building, except for the tax office and ITV team.